What are the beliefs of Jainism?

Jainism believes in reincarnation and that the cycle of birth, rebirth and death is determined by one’s karma. Jains believe bad karma is caused by harming living things. To avoid bad karma, Jains must practice ahimsa, a strict code of nonviolence.

For further reading check the following articles:

• Jainism
• Differences between Jainism and Buddhism